Orthopedic Surgery Sports Medicine Physician Assistant

SSM Health Orthopedics-First Capitol Drive on the campus of SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles, is recruiting for an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Advanced Practitioner.  The Orthopedic specialists are known throughout the St. Louis region offers a broad range of services that address the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries.

Job Highlights:

• Care for acute and established patients with sports-related injuries in a clinic and inpatient setting.
• See post-op patients and perform joint injections as well as occasionally cover surgical first assist.
• Anticipated clinic schedule of Mon/Wed/Fri at SSM Health Orthopedics-First Capitol Drive.
• Provide surgical first assist at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital-St. Charles on Tues/Thurs.
• The schedule is Monday-Friday business hours
• No Call/No Evenings/No Weekends
• Anticipated clinical volume of 10-15 patients per day once onboarded
• Join an experienced and dedicated team of Orthopedic Surgeons and APP’s
• Full support staff in place including MA/RN
• Strong department onboarding and mentorship. 
• Fantastic team and department culture and collaboration.

Qualifications: 

• Orthopedic Surgery experience
• Surgical First Assist experience
• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with RNFA certification or PA-C
• Ability to obtain licensure in the state of Missouri

SSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 15,000 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

With 23 hospitals, 9 post-acute care centers, and over 490 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive.

St. Charles is a historic city located along the Missouri River, known for its charming downtown with brick-lined streets, historic buildings, and numerous shops and restaurants. It was the starting point of the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1804 and has preserved much of its early 19th-century architecture. The community hosts numerous festivals and events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of local pride and connection. Residents enjoy a blend of small-town charm and access to the amenities of nearby St. Louis.

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